
Concept explainers
a.
To determine: The name of the acid-base condition for a person suffering from bulimia.
Introduction: Person K is suffering from a disorder called bulimia. In this condition, overeating leads to self-induced vomiting. The weight of Karen is too low and the respiration rate is 6 breaths/min. The bicarbonate (HCO3) level of Karen is 62 mEqE/L, Pco2 is 61 mmHg, and atrial blood pH is 7.61.
b.
To determine: The reason for the high level of plasma bicarbonate level in a person suffering from bulimia.
Introduction: Bulimia is a condition in which overeating leads to self-induced vomiting. This condition can lead to ventilation in which the breathing rate of an individual is decreased. The blood pH of the patient also increases in this condition.
c.
To determine: The reason behind her hypoventilation.
Introduction: Perosn K is suffering from bulimia, which leads to metabolic alkalosis. In this condition, the breathing rate of an individual decreases and the bicarbonate (HCO3) level of increases.
To determine: The effect of hypoventilation on pH and total oxygen content of her blood.
Introduction: Person K is taking 6 breaths/minute, which is a condition of hypoventilation. On the contrary, the normal rate of breathing is 12 breaths/minute.

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